Additional Services

Our office has additional capabilities including dental Botox, Juvaderm, Ceramic Restoration (CEREC) services, and Healthy Start

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Botox and Juvaderm

Botox and Juvéderm represent innovative approaches in the field of dental therapeutics, offering both aesthetic and functional benefits. Botox, particularly, has gained recognition for its ability to reduce the intensity of muscle contractions, leading to temporary muscle relaxation without lasting side effects. This property is especially beneficial in dentistry, where Botox can be strategically used for therapeutic procedures to alleviate pain, retrain muscles, and thus significantly enhance dental treatment outcomes. It finds its utility in improving aesthetic concerns such as "gummy" smiles, where excessive gum tissue is visible, and in addressing more complex disorders that impact oral health and function.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) is one such condition where Botox's muscle-relaxing capabilities are particularly valuable. TMD often results from muscle spasms and excessive strain on the jaw joints and muscles, leading to chronic pain and discomfort. Botox, by relaxing these overactive muscles, can provide significant relief from jaw pain and discomfort associated with TMD, improving patients' quality of life. This treatment, having been utilized for years, offers a non-surgical option to manage the symptoms effectively.

Similarly, Bruxism, a condition characterized by the involuntary clenching and grinding of teeth, particularly during sleep, can cause significant wear and tear on the teeth, leading to pain, sensitivity, and even tooth damage. Botox's ability to lessen the force of jaw muscle contractions can mitigate the effects of bruxism, protecting the teeth from excessive wear and reducing the frequency and intensity of jaw clenching. This application of Botox offers a proactive approach to preventing the long-term dental issues associated with bruxism.

By incorporating Botox and Juvéderm into dental care, practices like Post Falls Family Dental can offer comprehensive treatment plans that address both the functional and aesthetic aspects of oral health. These treatments, when used judiciously by trained professionals, can significantly improve patients' smiles and contribute to their overall well-being, showcasing the evolving nature of dental care and its embrace of cross-disciplinary innovations.

CEREC

CEREC, standing for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics, represents a revolutionary advancement in dental technology, providing a swift and efficient solution for dental restorations. Esteemed by dentists globally and utilized by thousands, CEREC has transformed how therapeutic procedures are performed, making it possible to achieve high-quality, aesthetically pleasing results in a single visit. This innovative system uses cutting-edge digital imaging and milling technology to create precise ceramic and zirconia restorations that flawlessly match the natural color of a patient's teeth. The result is a seamless, durable restoration that looks natural and feels comfortable in the mouth.

At Post Falls Family Dental, we are excited to offer our patients the benefits of CEREC services. This technology eliminates the need for multiple appointments, traditional impressions, and temporary restorations, significantly reducing the time and inconvenience associated with conventional dental restoration methods. Patients can now enjoy the convenience of having their dental issues addressed in just one visit, with restorations that are custom-designed and milled on-site while they wait. This process is efficient, convenient, and highly precise, ensuring that each restoration fits perfectly and meets our patients' aesthetic and functional needs.

CEREC's use of high-quality ceramic and zirconia materials ensures that restorations are beautiful but solid and durable, capable of withstanding the demands of daily use. The ability to closely match the restoration to the natural color of the patient's teeth means that CEREC restorations blend in seamlessly with the surrounding dentition, enhancing the patient's smile without the tell-tale signs of dental work. At Post Falls Family Dental, our commitment to embracing state-of-the-art technology like CEREC underscores our dedication to providing our patients with the best possible care, combining convenience, efficiency, and excellence in every restoration we create.

Healthy Start

At Post Falls Family Dental, we are committed to providing innovative and effective treatments to ensure our younger patients' oral health and well-being. Our HealthyStart service is designed to address common issues such as sleep-disordered breathing and misaligned teeth and jaws early on. By focusing on early prevention, HealthyStart helps align teeth and jaws for proper development and significantly reduces the future need for braces. This approach enhances your child's oral health and improves their overall physical and mental development.

There may be "habits" or behaviors that you notice your child doing that Healthy Start would allow them to grow past those habits and reduce any hindrance they may be experiencing in excelling in school. For more information, please schedule a consultation with our Healthy Start specialist today!